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Banquet/Catering Chef - Busy Event Venue, Corporate & Social - Wilmington, DE $60-68K
Job Description
Executive Catering Chef
Full-Service Event and Catering Facility
Wilmington, DE Riverfront
$65-68K + benefits
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Are you an experienced Executive Catering Chef looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Look no further! Join our team at the Casual Full-Service restaurant located on a beautiful waterfront property in Wilmington, DE. Our popular event center hosts a variety of events, making us a local favorite in the community. We pride ourselves on providing top-notch service and creating memorable dining experiences for our guests. If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to our dynamic team, apply now! Let's take our catering services to new heights together.
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Title of Position: Executive Catering Chef
Job Description: As the Executive Catering Chef, you will be responsible for managing and executing all aspects of our catering services, from menu planning to food preparation and presentation. The Executive Catering Chef will work closely with the team to ensure exceptional service for all events, including weddings, corporate functions, and private parties. The Executive Catering Chef's day-to-day duties will include developing new menu items, overseeing kitchen staff, maintaining food safety standards, managing inventory, and coordinating with vendors to ensure timely delivery of ingredients and supplies. As the Executive Catering Chef, you will also be responsible for developing relationships with clients and ensuring their satisfaction with our catering services. Additionally, the Executive Catering Chef will be expected to stay up to date with industry trends and techniques to continuously elevate our catering offerings.
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Benefits:
- Competitive Starting Salary with Growth Potential
- Coverage/Insurance
- PTO
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Qualifications:
- The Executive Catering Chef must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role in a high-volume catering or events setting
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience and training is required for the Executive Catering Chef
- The Executive Catering Chef must have strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, vendors, and staff members is required for the Executive Catering Chef
- The Executive Catering Chef must have strong knowledge of food safety regulations and ability to maintain high standards for cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.
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Apply Now – Executive Catering Chef, Wilmington, DE
If you would like to be considered for this position, email your resume to matt@geckohospitality.com
Meet Your Recruiter
Matt Bodnar
Matt Bodnar began his career by quickly identifying himself has an up-and-coming Hospitality Operations Leader. From 2013 to 2018, he managed small and large-scale events on Yachts in New York Harbor, oversaw Concession-style service in a sports arena, and managed Food & Beverage at an upscale, boutique hotel in Manhattan, before moving to Philadelphia and entrenching himself in the Philly food scene. He switched gears into Talent Acquisition and recruiting, utilizing his operational experience to connect with and identify top talent in the industry. He is thrilled to be joining the Gecko Hospitality team, supporting the Restaurant Division in Eastern PA/DE.
Matt describes himself as a "Food Guy". He loves to cook, eat, garden, watch Food Network and connect with professionals in the business. Other hobbies include playing golf and basketball, hiking/camping/just about anything outside, snowboarding, listening to music and spending time with friends and family (hopefully soon). He is extremely service and relationship-oriented, and strives to anticipate client needs and guide a seamless partnership through placement after placement.
Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States and Canada have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals.
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